Georgia Department of Public Health
Recent News About Georgia Department of Public Health
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Georgia receives $2.7M grant for injury prevention initiatives
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has been awarded $2,778,558 to bolster its injury prevention efforts.
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Georgia updates guidelines for obtaining low THC oil cards
Patients in Georgia with one of 17 qualifying conditions or those in end-stage hospice care may be eligible for a Low THC Oil card. Eligibility requires certification from a physician fully licensed by the Georgia Composite Medical Board. "Physician certification is the only legal way patients and their caregivers can access Low THC Oil in Georgia."
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Georgia confirms fifth measles case in metro Atlanta
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a measles case in a metro Atlanta resident who was not fully vaccinated. The individual was exposed to measles while traveling out of the country. DPH is working to identify anyone who may have had contact with the individual while they were infectious.
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Georgians urged not to eat Diamond Shruumz edibles amid health concerns
ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating reports of severe illnesses associated with Diamond Shruumz-brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies.
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Georgia officials urge precautions against mosquito-borne illnesses
ATLANTA – As summer unfolds in Georgia, outdoor activities such as picnics and barbeques are often accompanied by the presence of mosquitoes. Avoiding mosquito bites is crucial to protect against mosquito-borne illnesses and prevent the spread of disease within the state.
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Georgia DPH seeks public input on preventive health services grant
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking public input on the Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant. A virtual public hearing will be held on Friday, July 5, 2024, from 10 am to 11 am.
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Georgia to close all remaining COVID-19 community testing sites by June 30
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is closing all remaining COVID-19 community testing sites. The last day for testing at these sites will be June 30, 2024. COVID-19 testing kiosks have been installed throughout the state, offering access to tests 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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DPH Confirms Third Measles Case in 2024
ATLANTA– The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated individual traveling with an international group of students. The individual, who does not live in the United States, is isolated and receiving treatment at a local hospital. DPH is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to identify and contact anyone who may have been exposed to the individual and to prevent further spread of measles."Measles is very contagious and spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes."Measles...
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Increase in Measles Cases and Outbreaks in the U.S. and Globally
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging parents to make sure their children are up to date with their measles vaccinations. According to the department, "Measles vaccination is important for all children to prevent measles infection and reduce the risk of community transmission, but it is especially important for families with children planning to travel outside of the United States."Among the 58 measles cases reported in the U.S. in 2024, 93% were linked to international travel. Most cases reported this year have been among children over the age of 12...
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DPH Awarded $2,495,831.85 to Support Injury Prevention Efforts
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) was awarded $2,495,831.85 from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS)
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Georgia Health Department official: 'Fentanyl has been increasing in the drug supply over several years'
Health officials in Georgia are raising awareness of a recent surge in overdoses connected to an increased amount of fentanyl-laced drugs.
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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH: Powdered Infant Formula Recall Expanded
A recall of powdered infant formula is expanding to include a specialty formula for infants with certain dietary needs.
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Kemp announces plans to introduce bill to 'let parents decide' whether kids wear masks at school
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has recently announced his plan to introduce legislation that would let parents choose whether their children wear masks to school.
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Doctor: 'Omicron is driving cases skyward' across Georgia, the nation
As the state faces a surge in the number of COVID related hospitalizations, the Georgia Department of Public Health reported more than 26,000 new cases over the holiday weekend.
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COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations rise across Georgia
Hospitalizations continue to rise across Georgia due to COVID-19, according to a recent news report.
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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH: Omicron Variant Detected in Georgia Resident
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has been notified of a Georgia resident currently in New Jersey who has tested positive for COVID-19 and the Omicron variant. The individual recently traveled from South Africa and was in Georgia for two days before traveling on to New Jersey where the testing and sequencing were done.
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From South Gwinnett News
Gwinnett officer spotlights increase in fentanyl overdoses, deaths throughout Georgia
Opioid abuse has been a major concern in Georgia for more than a decade, and in recent years, fentanyl has risen to the top of the list for poisons that people are using.